Written question asked by Carla Denyer (Green Party) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Monday, 14 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Offshore Industry: North Sea

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the proposed Rosebank oil field development on the UK’s obligations under international humanitarian law.

Answer: The Rosebank decision is currently going through the regulatory process. The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero will make a decision in due course on whether or not to agree to the grant of consent. Final consenting decisions are the responsibility of the North Sea Transition Authority. Given the quasi-judicial nature of the regulatory process, it would be inappropriate for me to comment on specific aspects relating to the project.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 28526
Session: 2026-27
Subjects: Licensing International humanitarian law Offshore industry North Sea
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk